Edinburgh Castle, viewed from Princes St Gardens

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Princes St Gardens, Edinburgh

Private Old Town and Castle Walking Tour

This tour is perfect for first time arrivals in Edinburgh with a limited amount of time to sightsee. We combine the best of the Old Town with a guided walk around Edinburgh Castle, at the end of the tour.

On this tour take a walk through the historic Old Town before visiting Scotland’s most famous attraction, Edinburgh Castle. You'll be in the company of an expert local guide who knows Edinburgh and its history better than most. The Old Town has so many stories tucked away in its distinctive "closes" and wynds, as well as amazing views of impossibly beautiful streets and public buildings.

On the final part of the tour you will head into Edinburgh Castle itself where you will learn about it’s many historic roles as hill fort, medieval fortress, royal residence, prison and army garrison.

Price on Request


Departure days

  • Monday
  • Tuesday
  • Wednesday
  • Thursday
  • Friday
  • Saturday
  • Sunday

January — December

Contact details

Local Eyes Tours

Local Eyes Walking Tours
St Columba's By The Castle, 14 Johnston Terrace
Edinburgh
Midlothian
Scotland
EH1 2PW

Tour information

Starting

  • Edinburgh
  • Edinburgh - City Centre

Length

Bespoke

Transport

  • Walking

Type

  • Bespoke
  • Private

Languages

  • English
  • French
  • Spanish

Themes

  • Architecture
  • City
  • History
  • Walking

Tour Stops

Local Eyes Tours

Tour company information

Local Eyes Tours

Local Eyes Tours offers unique walking tours in Edinburgh. Whether you're looking to book a bespoke private tour or join an intimate small group tour, we have you covered. Our guides are all local experts with a passion for Edinburgh. Explore the historic Old Town on our History Lovers Old Town walking tour. Or, if you're looking to escape the tourist trail, let us guide you through Dean Village; Edinburgh's hidden gem. We also guide groups up Arthur's Seat - Edinburgh's biggest and most majestic peak. See Edinburgh with Local Eyes!

Opening times

During Tourism season, we're open 7 days a week between 9am-7pm.

Our tours can be booked on our website directly.

For information about our tours, please email or call us directly.

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